Lords Of The Manor

Hotels
9.5 (887 reviews)
Upper Slaughter, Bourton-On-The-Water, Stow-On-The-Wold , Upper Slaughter , GB

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Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
Heating
Terrace
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Stunning location and beautiful grounds
Exceptional and friendly service
Excellent food and breakfast selection
Clean, spacious and well-furnished rooms
Relaxing, idyllic overall atmosphere
Cons:
No in-room fridge reported by some guests
Poor/no air ventilation or aircon in some rooms
Some rooms lack desirable views or feel less special
Cost/value concerns for a few guests
Minor service/food timing issues (e.g., tea temperature, toast timing)
Occasional kitchen noise audible from rooms

Categories

Cleanliness
10
Consistently praised across reviews (described as 'immaculate', 'pulizia', 'hygiene'); guests repeatedly highlight clean rooms and well-maintained common areas.
Service
10
Highly praised: multiple mentions of helpful, friendly and 'meticulously efficient' staff and exceptional service; only occasional notes about needing extra training for some waiting staff.
Location
10
Repeatedly described as 'stunning', 'idyllic' and 'perfect setting' — location and grounds are a clear standout in many reviews.
Room Quality
8.6
Rooms described as spacious, well furnished and comfortable, but several guests noted issues: limited/no view from some rooms, lack of in-room fridge, kitchen noise audible in one case and ventilation concerns.
Amenities
8.4
Grounds and garden amenities are excellent, but some practical in-room amenities are missing or limited (no fridge reported, no/poor air-flow or aircon in places, one guest requested window screens).
Value for Money
9
Generally perceived as delivering a premium experience, though a minority commented on cost (e.g., 'Cost!!', 'cheap rooms are not cheap') or not feeling certain room types matched the price.
Food and Beverage
10
Very strong positive sentiment: food described as excellent quality, great buffet selection, and meals rival Michelin-standard; only minor service/temperature issues mentioned by a few guests.
Overall Experience
10
Overwhelmingly positive overall sentiment — guests call it 'magical', 'blissful', 'perfect getaway' and many state they would return or already are planning another stay.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-08-13 12:31

Property Description

Historic 17th-Century Rectory Turned Luxury Hotel

Elegant and Individualized Bedrooms
Indulge in the charm of uniquely designed bedrooms at Lords of the Manor, each offering a picturesque view of the lush parkland or tranquil pond. Enjoy modern amenities like flat-screen TVs and DVD players in every room for your comfort and entertainment.

Award-Winning Dining Experience
Savor exquisite cuisine at Lords of the Manor, boasting three AA Rosettes. Choose between the fine dining experience at Atrium, where Chef Charles Smith presents a delightful tasting menu, or opt for a more relaxed atmosphere at The Dining Room with its à la carte selection. Delight your palate with the best culinary offerings during your stay.

Scenic Cotswold Setting
Immerse yourself in the beauty of the Cotswolds with a stay at Lords of the Manor. Surrounded by charming villages and just a short drive from attractions like Longborough Opera House and Oxford, experience the tranquility and elegance of this remarkable countryside retreat.

Book your stay at Lords of the Manor for an unforgettable luxury experience.

Important information:

Extra beds are available on request, select rooms only, charges apply.

Please note The Atrium has one sitting time for its tasting menu at 18.45.

When traveling with pets, please note that an extra charge £30 per night and are accepted into ground-floor bedrooms and this is subject to availability. Please contact us in advance to check availability, otherwise, your booking may be canceled should we not be able to accommodate your pet. Pets cannot be accommodated any in Country Basic or Superior Rooms.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

9.5
Based on 887 reviews
Cleanliness: 10
Service: 10
Location: 10
Room Quality: 8.6
Amenities: 8.4
Value for Money: 9
Food and Beverage: 10
Overall Experience: 10
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kyriacos • couple • gr
9
2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Sarah • family_with_children • ca
7
Wonderful setting and comfort levels. The Restaurant and Bar staff marred the experience.
Pros:

It is a wonderful well kept, immaculate manor and grounds, and generally everything was fabulous from the Valet to the Reception staff, the room facilities and comfort.

Cons:

Considering this hotel is 'With 4 AA Red Stars, it is one of the top 200 hotels in the country and offers delicious award-winning food'. Both the evening meal and breakfast were overall, disappointing.

We were hurried to order our dinner choices while we were taking drinks (which took a long time to be served) in the bar before our reservation, only to find we were the only people in the restaurant for a good half an hour of service.
The dinning room was uncomfortably laid out and seemed to be very dated.
At dinner; the cod which was ordered by one of our party (who is a Red Seal, Michelin trained chef) was sent back as it was over-cooked only to be told by the Maître d', that ‘that was the way chef cooked it’ – all the other food, especially the salmon was wonderful, we did not stay for dessert.

At breakfast; a Mimosa was ordered, but the server did not know what that was which seems surprising in such a well established restaurant.

2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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PO HUI • family_with_children • us
10
Pros:

The hotel is absolutely adorable, and the room was very comfortable. We also really enjoyed having breakfast at the hotel. Overall, we had a wonderful stay!

Cons:

It’s better to have your own car, as it was difficult to find a taxi in the area.

2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Martina • solo_traveller • it
10
2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Verchère • solo_traveller • fr
10
2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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AD • solo_traveller • gb
7
Pros:

Staff were pleasant although no information was given on arrival on the location of the restaurant, bar etc.

Cons:

We could hear the occupants of the room above walking around closing doors, better sound proofing required.
Service at dinner was slow.
Hotel location is down small single lane roads and is not in walking distance of restaurants, shops or places of interest. But it quiet with nice gardens.

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Maciag • couple • ca
9
2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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John Gerald • couple • ca
8
Comfy good sized room. Loved the eiderdown divet.
Pros:

Great location. Restaurants nearby.

Cons:

Day 1 reception wasn’t able to answer where we get on Viking Cruise. Day 2 reception much more knowledgeable.

2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Sanjid Halim • couple • us
10
2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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Lorenzo • couple • au
10
2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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Mutsuko • couple • jp
10
最高のおもてなし！
Pros:

清潔で、お部屋も広く、とても快適に過ごせました。ちょうどヒートウェーブが来ていて暑い日でしたが、部屋に冷気の出るファンが稼働していて快適でした。スタッフの方々の対応もとてもフレンドリーで最高でした。アフタヌーンティーも、夕食も、朝食も美味しくて最高でした。

Cons:

公共交通機関を利用してホテルに行ったため、少し時間はかかりましたが、途中の遊歩道も楽しむことができました。不便なところにあるのも私にとっては逆に魅力でした。良くないところは見当たりません。

2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Ehud • couple • il
9
2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Evelyn Rowena • couple • gb
10
An amazing and enjoyable stay in a beautiful character Hotel,we had a beautiful room which was spotlessly clean and over
Pros:

A beautiful character Hotel

2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
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Jack • couple • gb
8
2026-09-05 • via Nuitee
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michel • couple • us
10
Excellent hotel to explore the Cotswolds in a yet undiscovered
Pros:

Excellent hotel, quiet location, staff very professional and friendly.

2026-09-05 • via Nuitee
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Tamara • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-09-03 • via Nuitee
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Sara • family_with_children • ae
10
The perfect getaway from the city
Pros:

Extremely friendly staff
Nice quiet location not like the over crowded villages but also close to these crowded villages if you want to visit
Rooms were clean and comfy. It was spacious for our family of four
The outside area is beautifully cared for

Cons:

Since the restaurant closes early we had to bring few snacks for the kids from the supermarket, the problem is that there was no fridge to keep them over night and no ac in the room so we ended up throwing a lot of food

2026-08-31 • via Nuitee
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Talamo • couple • it
10
2026-08-31 • via Nuitee
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Joy • couple • us
10
Awesome
Pros:

Breakfast was amazing and the grounds beautiful. Staff couldn't be more friendly and helpful. Can't wait to return.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-08-30 • via Nuitee
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Sally • extended_group • gb
9
Peaceful setting with beautiful grounds and spotlessly clean accommodation
Pros:

Excellent breakfast, lovely selection and 10 out of 10 staff

Cons:

Staff could have showed us around on arrival.

2026-08-30 • via Nuitee